Analytical Scientist

Intertek; Danby; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Intertek Wilton is seeking an Analytical Scientist (GC-MS) to join our Chemistry & Chromatography team. You will lead GC-MS service delivery, develop and validate analytical methods, interpret complex data, and present technical reports to clients.

You will manage multiple projects, work with project managers and customers, mentor junior staff, and ensure compliance with quality and safety standards. Experience in GC-MS and method development is essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline.
• Substantial industry experience in a GC-MS focused laboratory environment.
• Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of GC-MS techniques.
• Proven experience developing and validating analytical methods.
• Experience conducting complex non-routine analytical investigations.
• Excellent analytical interpretation and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organisational and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Customer-facing experience and commercial awareness.
• Experience working within quality-controlled laboratory environments.
• Strong IT literacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of GC-MS analytical services for Intertek Wilton.
• Develop, validate and document new analytical methodologies.
• Conduct non-routine investigations and provide solutions to complex customer challenges.
• Perform experimental work and interpret analytical data.
• Prepare accurate technical reports and customer deliverables.
• Work directly with clients to understand requirements and develop testing strategies.
• Support business growth through development of GC-MS service offerings.
• Collaborate with project managers and technical teams on analytical programmes.
• Train and mentor junior laboratory staff where required.
• Maintain compliance with quality, safety and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the laboratory.

Skills

GC-MS techniques

Analytical method development

Client-facing

Project management

Independent worker

Education

Degree in Chemistry

Tools

LC-MS

HPLC

GPC

Job description

As an Analytical Scientist, you will play a key role in developing and expanding Intertek Wilton's GC-MS capabilities. You will work closely with project managers and customers to design innovative analytical approaches, develop methods, interpret complex analytical data, and deliver high-quality scientific solutions. This role offers exposure to a broad variety of industries and analytical challenges, making it ideal for someone who enjoys applying scientific expertise to real-world customer problems. Key activities:

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of GC-MS analytical services for Intertek Wilton.
• Develop, validate and document new analytical methodologies.
• Conduct non-routine investigations and provide solutions to complex customer challenges.
• Perform experimental work and interpret analytical data.
• Prepare accurate technical reports and customer deliverables.
• Work directly with clients to understand requirements and develop testing strategies.
• Support business growth through development of GC-MS service offerings.
• Collaborate with project managers and technical teams on analytical programmes.
• Train and mentor junior laboratory staff where required.
• Maintain compliance with quality, safety and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the laboratory.

Given our continued growth and expanding portfolio of analytical projects, we are seeking an experienced Analytical Scientist (GC-MS) to join our Chemistry & Chromatography team at Intertek Wilton. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled analytical chemist to take ownership of GC-MS service delivery, support a diverse client base, and develop innovative analytical solutions across a wide range of industry sectors, You are an experienced analytical scientist with a strong background in Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) and a passion for solving complex technical challenges. You enjoy working independently, developing new analytical methods, interpreting complex datasets, and building strong relationships with clients.

You will be comfortable managing multiple projects, communicating technical information to customers, and taking ownership of analytical investigations from concept through to final reporting.

Requirements

• Degree in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline.
• Substantial industry experience in a GC-MS focused laboratory environment.
• Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of GC-MS techniques.
• Proven experience developing and validating analytical methods.
• Experience conducting complex non-routine analytical investigations.
• Excellent analytical interpretation and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organisational and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Customer‑facing experience and commercial awareness.
• Experience working within quality‑controlled laboratory environments.
• Strong IT literacy skills.

Desirable Skills

• Experience with LC-MS, HPLC, GPC or other chromatography techniques.
• Experience supporting REACH substance identity testing.
• Regulatory food contact compliance testing experience.
• Experience mentoring or training junior team members.

Experience managing client technical queries and investigations.

Intertek operates a preferred supplier arrangement, and we do not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies.

Join Intertek and become part of our global network of inspiring and entrepreneurial colleagues. We are a global family that values diversity and we thrive working together with precision, pace, and passion. We are working to make the world Ever Better, ensuring the quality, safety and sustainability of products and services used by millions of people around the world.

Benefits & Opportunities

• Competitive salary/benefits
• Development and career opportunities around the Globe
• Client-facing technical work within a highly motivated team and dynamic working environment

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate against applicants, and all qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. We are committed to fair and equitable pay and are proud to be a Real Living Wage employer, ensuring our colleagues are compensated in line with independently assessed living standards. We are also committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment to support candidates and employees with disabilities or special needs.